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Representation Elections (RC)
Employees or a union may file a petition for a representation election (RC) after collecting signatures from at least 30% of workers in the potential bargaining unit. Petitions that are not withdrawn or dismissed result in an NLRB-conducted election. A majority of votes decides the outcome.
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| Year | Petitions Filed | Petitions Withdrawn | Petitions Dismissed | Elections Held |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2001 | 4,145.0 | 1,446.0 | 137.0 | 2,645.0 |
| FY2002 | 4,269.0 | 1,448.0 | 108.0 | 2,567.0 |
| FY2003 | 3,746.0 | 1,367.0 | 98.0 | 2,438.0 |
| FY2004 | 3,618.0 | 1,314.0 | 83.0 | 2,263.0 |
| FY2005 | 4,022.0 | 1,637.0 | 104.0 | 2,227.0 |
| FY2006 | 2,492.0 | 909.0 | 56.0 | 1,757.0 |
| FY2007 | 2,310.0 | 998.0 | 43.0 | 1,530.0 |
| FY2008 | 2,418.0 | 784.0 | 48.0 | 1,614.0 |
| FY2009 | 2,082.0 | 657.0 | 46.0 | 1,335.0 |
| FY2010 | 2,380.0 | 725.0 | 37.0 | 1,577.0 |
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